Covid infections in Scotland at highest level since estimates began

Perth and Kinross last week. It is the highest weekly figure since the week beginning July 19 after a huge rise in cases.It brings the total number of death certificates to record the coronavirus as a cause of death in the region to 272 since the crisis began last year.

Scots funeral director spoke of his joy after he was reunited with his dad's memorial ornament thanks to the power of Facebook. Paul O'Connor's two children laid a special flower stand on his dad's grave last year to mark the one year anniversary of his death.It read PAPA, and Paul and his family were devastated when they thought it had been destroyed after it had gone missing.

later revealed that part of the reason the host called it a wrap was over his rapid hair loss, as well as an interest in pursuing a career in music.)“I just kinda got up and went to college. And that was really challenging, by the way, but great because I got to use my mind and take a step at a time and now I literally am doing many of the things that I wanted to do.”So about that time Steve went off to college… #BluesClues25 pic.twitter.com/O8NOM2eRjy“And then look at you, and look at all you have done, and all you have accomplished in all that time.

showbiz gossip straight to your inbox with the Daily Star's FREE newsletterEmily Atack has hilariously admitted that she struggled to find a bikini top to keep her bosom "under control" on holiday.The former I'm a Celebrity...

Gleb Savchenko's previously contracted the COVID-19 Delta variant. The 37-year-old  pro revealed on AJ McLean and Cheryl Burke's podcast that he got very sick with the virus three months ago, when he was unvaccinated.«I've never felt worse in my life,» he said. «My heart was like 167 beats per minute.

tied the knot with Katey in April.A post shared by Jedidiah

Alison Hammond took to Instagram Live today, for an impromptu video.The This Morning presenter, who is renowned for her on-screen disasters and embarrassing blunders, didn't disappoint viewers with her latest mishap.The 46-year-old suffered a wardrobe malfunction while filming another edition of Dosh on Your Doorstep for the show, which can see one lucky winner receive £1,000.The This Morning presenter was out at a "secret location" during the start of the ITV daytime programme.Alison sported a floral dress which she teamed with a simple black cardigan.In view of her 939,000 followers, Alison wrote: "Dosh on doorstep.Spontaneous Live behind the scenes!"As she told viewers the plan to deliver cash to a lucky winner, it didn't take too long

nightclubs reopen for the first time in almost 18 months in Scotland while the likes of karaoke bars were given the green light to resume. More importantly, it’s the first time that many Scots have been allowed to belt out their favourite tunes with their pals since the Covid pandemic first emerged.

St Mirren playmaker Jamie McGrath's international career continues to blossom after he made his first start for his country on their home turf. The talented 24-year-old helped struggling Ireland seal a 1-1 draw in their World Cup qualifier with Serbia last night at the Aviva Stadium, with the hosts bagging a late equaliser through Sergej Milinkovic-Savic's deflected own goal.The match saw Saints star McGrath pick up his third cap, having also started against a star-studded Portugal side last week.

Kyogo Furuhashi sustained an injury after his gaffer made the same positional mistake as Ange Postecolgou. Legend Okada reckons his country contributed to Kyogo's knee injury by playing him out of position - and he reckons Celtic will be "angry" at the possible setback.The new Hoops ace limped off during Japan's 1-0 World Cup qualifying win over China.

Daily Star's biggest headlines straight to your inbox!A two-year-old girl is currently fighting for her life after tragically falling from the top floor of a block of flats.The tot is understood to have plunged around 40 feet from a building in Barrhead, near Glasgow.Police Scotland are currently investigating the circumstances around the fall.A spokesperson said: “Police received report of a two-year-old girl who was injured after falling from the window of a flat on Craighead Way in Barrhead around 8.25pm on Thursday, September 2.“Emergency services attended and she was taken to the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow, where her condition is described as stable.“Enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding this

The corporation confirmed the date in a post on Twitter, leading to dozens of comments from fans and more than 7,000 likes. They will be gearing up and getting ready to watch the drag queens as they complete a series of tasks each week which will test their abilities in different areas and lead to eliminations.

Louise Minchin, 52, is due to leave BBC Breakfast next week and this morning her colleague Jon Kay, 51, said a final farewell on Twitter, as he shared a snap from their last shift together.The broadcaster said it has been a “pleasure” to work alongside her, as he urged her to enjoy the upcoming “lie-ins” after 20 years of 3.40am starts.On Twitter, Jon typed in view of his 35,700 followers: “That was my last @BBCBreakfast shift with @louiseminchin before she leaves the sofa next week. “It’s always been a pleasure to work with such a lovely and generous pro. “Thank you Lou - and enjoy the lie-ins.

sex assault papers. Pictures show the Duke of York, known as the Earl of Forfar in Scotland, and ex-wife Sarah Ferguson arriving at the stately Aberdeenshire home in a plush black Range Rover.

Piers Morgan, 56, was first diagnosed with Covid back in July, but the broadcaster has today admitted he is still struggling with symptoms.

cyclist was reunited with his stolen bike after it was listed for sale of eBay almost 180 miles away from his home. The Saracen Arial mountain bike, described as “extremely valuable”, was taken from the owner’s home on July 7.

Glasgow. Devastated family and friends of the popular teenager are fundraising to create to memorials in Paige's memory.

Sam Heughan has sent his fans wild with his latest video shoot for Sassenach whisky. The Outlander actor shared the footage on his Instagram, where he can be seen riding on his Harley Davidson motorcycle through the very scenic Scottish Highlands.

Rod Stewart had to ask fans to keep back when he popped into an Essex pub at the weekend for some lunch with his wife. The rock legend, 76, was accompanied by his wife Penny Lancaster, 50, at the Barge Inn in Battlesbridge on Sunday for a bite to eat.

3-1 victory over Irvine Meadow ended a run of five winless weekends.Gavin Millar's first half double had the Buffs in control at half-time in Saturday's West of Scotland Premier Division encouter at Meadow Park.But Kilwinning had to withstand a spell of second half pressure after Jamie Martin’s 47th minute wonder goal cut the visitors’ lead to 2-1.It took a controversial David Syme penalty to restore Buffs' two goal cushion but Strain insisted his side were worthy winners.He said: “There’s a bit of trepidation because we’ve lost a couple of leads this season but I thought in terms of bottle, organisation and carrying out the game plan we did fine.“I thought we completely dominated the first half.“Second half you expect Meadow to come back

A row over payments for conductors working days off has meant services on Sundays have been slashed for six months. And a second round of strikes has now been threatened in November to coincide with the COP26 climate conference in Glasgow.